The District Venue

Guest capacity

Up to 350 seated guests

About this venue

The District Venue is an elegant wedding venue in Des Moines, IA. This modern-chic space has been designed with countless amenities in order to create the perfect selection that fits any budget or style. We're proud to bring our neighbors in the greater Des Moines Metro Area this fashionable two-story, all-inclusive banquet hall located in the heart of Ankeny's Prairie Trail District. We want you to be able to share your special moments with as many loved ones as you wish. Our beautifully structured venue hosts up to 350 guests for any wedding celebration, corporate party, or special event.

Seated guest capacity

  • 100-350

Venue type

  • Industrial Spaces

Venue setting

  • Indoor
1350 SW Vintage Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023

Our event spaces

Banquet Hall

Beautiful industrial chic reception hall.

This space features nearly 5000 square feet of open floor plan perfect for hosting your wedding reception with upto 350 guests!

Guest capacity

100-350 Seated

100-350 Standing

Square footage

5,000

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Ceremony

complimentary set up included, beautiful chic ceremony space.

Our mezzanine level features nearly 2000 square feet of open space perfect for hosting your ceremony! No additional fee for ceremony space, set up and tear down included with your reservation!

Guest capacity

50-220 Seated

50-220 Standing

Square footage

2,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Bridal Suite

Gorgeous bridal suite!

Our beautiful bridal suite is the perfect setting for you and your bridal party to get ready for the big day! Our bridal suite is included at no additional charge, with every wedding booked here at The District Venue!

Guest capacity

1-20 Seated

1-20 Standing

Square footage

500

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Banquet Hall

Beautiful industrial chic reception hall.

This space features nearly 5000 square feet of open floor plan perfect for hosting your wedding reception with upto 350 guests!

Guest capacity

100-350 Seated

100-350 Standing

Square footage

5,000

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Available services that can be provided by The District Venue

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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  • Fall 2025 wedding

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    •Jasmine G.•Sep 25, 2025

    My husband and I had a wonderful experience working with The District Venue for our wedding. They were super easy to communicate with and typically responded quickly to any questions or requests we had. The venue itself was absolutely beautiful, and the food they provided was delicious. They were extremely helpful in setting everything up the day of the wedding as well as the day prior, which was so appreciated and took a lot of stress off our plate. We're so grateful to the team at The District Venue for contributing to making our special day perfect.

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